Dear Members and Partners
With so much happening at this time of the year it is hard to believe that we are already well into February and we remain resolute in our commitment to keep you, our valued SACANCHAM members and partners updated on events which may be of interest to you.
We are delighted to share with you, courtesy of the Canadian Trade Commissioner Services, details of the above event which will give you the opportunity to hear from influential leaders setting the pace in tech and connect with people you need to meet without leaving your home.
Collision is fast becoming one of the premier tech conferences globally and the Canadian Trade Commissioner Services (“TCS”) will be leading a virtual delegation to Collision and the TCS B2B programme.
To register and to obtain more information please contact:
- Michael Shapiro
- Trade Commissioner
- High Commission of Canada, Trade Office, South Africa
- Email: Michael.Shapiro@international.gc.ca
- Tel: +27 11 442 3130
Note: TCS B2B programming will take place virtually on THEIR platform between 12th to 16th April, the week before Collision 2021 so be sure to “hold the date”….
Warm regards
Mike Morgan
CEO, SACANCHAM
Invitation details can be viewed below:

Connect with Canada’s brightest in tech at Collision 2021
Collision 2021 is one of the world’s biggest and most-attended tech conferences. Taking place virtually from April 20 to 22, you will be able to connect with key decision makers and leading entrepreneurs across multiple technology industries.
Join the Canadian Trade Commissioner Service’s (TCS’s) business to business (B2B) matchmaking program to gain access to:
- Canada’s business programming. If you’re looking to invest in or do business with innovative Canadian technology companies, you can access tailored, virtual B2B meetings facilitated by the Canada’s Trade Commissioner Service and its provincial and municipal partners. Note: This program will take place outside of the Collision 2021 platform.
- Livestreamed main stage content from the Collision 2021 mobile/desktop app. Hear talks from influential founders who are setting the pace in tech—all of the same features of in-person meetings, but from home!
- Content tracks: Livestreamed main stage content from the Collision 2021 mobile/desktop app. Hear talks from influential founders who are setting the pace in tech—all of the same features of in-person meetings, but from home!
- Networking: Make unforgettable connections with the people you need to meet!
All eligible TCS-supported international delegates will receive a complimentary pass to Collision. To benefit from virtual matchmaking, we’ll ask you a few questions to help us identify and pair you with the right Canadian companies. Tell us:
- Your business’s pain points: whether you want to improve efficiency, connect with clients or achieve something completely different, tell us what challenges you foresee and how Canadian tech can help
- Industry trends you are focused on: from advanced analytics and cybersecurity challenges to employee engagement while working from home, tell us what changes your business is preparing for
- What your technology or capital investment needs: what Canadian capabilities you are looking to target
Get ready to engage with Canada’s world-leading technology companies and talent. With strengths in Fintech, enterprise tech, manufacturing tech, and multiple AI-powered companies, Canada is the place to connect with cutting-edge start-ups and businesses.
TCS B2B programming will take place virtually on OUR platform between April 12 to 16, the week before Collision 2021.
To register and for more information please contact:
- Michael Shapiro
- Trade Commissioner
- High Commission of Canada, Trade Office, South Africa
- Email: Michael.Shapiro@international.gc.ca
- Tel: +27 11 442 3130